The upcoming G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro is set to invigorate the city’s economy and job market. Scheduled for mid-November, this gathering of world leaders is already increasing hotel occupancy and creating new employment opportunities. The Visit Rio Convention Bureau reports 41 events in the city next month, potentially impacting the local economy by […]
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